STIGQter: STIG Summary: EDB Postgres Advanced Server Security Technical Implementation Guide Version: 2 Release: 1 Benchmark Date: 23 Oct 2020:

When using command-line tools such as psql, users must use a logon method that does not expose the password.

DISA Rule

SV-213602r508024_rule

Vulnerability Number

V-213602

Group Title

SRG-APP-000178-DB-000083

Rule Version

PPS9-00-004820

Severity

CAT I

CCI(s)

• CCI-000206 - The information system obscures feedback of authentication information during the authentication process to protect the information from possible exploitation/use by unauthorized individuals.

Weight

10

Fix Recommendation

For psql, which can accept a plain-text password, and any other essential tool with the same limitation:

1) Document the need for it, who uses it, and any relevant mitigations, and obtain AO approval.
2) Train all users of the tool in the importance of not using the plain-text password option and in how to keep the password hidden by using the "-P" option.

Check Contents

For psql, which cannot be configured not to accept a plain-text password, and any other essential tool with the same limitation, verify that the system documentation explains the need for the tool, who uses it, and any relevant mitigations and that AO approval has been obtained. If not, this is a finding.

Request evidence that all users of the tool are trained in the importance of using the "-P" option and not using the plain-text password option and in how to keep the password hidden and that they adhere to this practice. If not, this is a finding.

Vulnerability Number

V-213602

Documentable

False

Rule Version

PPS9-00-004820

Severity Override Guidance

For psql, which cannot be configured not to accept a plain-text password, and any other essential tool with the same limitation, verify that the system documentation explains the need for the tool, who uses it, and any relevant mitigations and that AO approval has been obtained. If not, this is a finding.

Request evidence that all users of the tool are trained in the importance of using the "-P" option and not using the plain-text password option and in how to keep the password hidden and that they adhere to this practice. If not, this is a finding.

Check Content Reference

M

Target Key

3988

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